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TyTy Washington Jr.

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TyTy Washington Jr.
Washington with Kentucky in 2022
No. 3 – ASVEL
PositionPoint guard
LeagueLNB Élite
EuroLeague
Personal information
Born (2001-11-15) November 15, 2001 (age 24)
Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
Listed height
1.92 m (6 ft 4 in)
Listed weight
88 kg (194 lb)
Career information
High school
CollegeKentucky (2021–2022)
2022: 1st round, 29th overall pick
Drafted byMemphis Grizzlies
Playing career
2022–present
Career history
2022–2023Houston Rockets
2022–2023→Rio Grande Valley Vipers
2023–2024Milwaukee Bucks
2023–2024→Wisconsin Herd
2024–2025Phoenix Suns
2024–2025→Valley Suns
2025San Diego Clippers
2025–2026Los Angeles Clippers
2025–2026→San Diego Clippers
2026–presentASVEL
Career highlights
Stats at NBA.com Edit this at Wikidata
Stats at Basketball Reference Edit this at Wikidata

Tyrone Lewis "TyTy" Washington Jr. (born November 15, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for ASVEL of the LNB Élite and the EuroLeague. He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. Washington was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top point guards in the 2021 class.

High school career

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Washington played basketball for Cesar Chavez High School in Phoenix, Arizona. As a sophomore, he averaged 23.2 points, 4.1 assists, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.3 steals per game.[1] Washington transferred to AZ Compass Prep School in Chandler, Arizona during his junior season.[2] As a senior, he averaged 24 points, seven assists, and six rebounds per game, leading his team to a 30–2 record.[3] He was named to the Jordan Brand Classic roster.[4]

Recruiting

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Washington was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top point guards in the 2021 class. On November 15, 2020, he committed to playing college basketball for Creighton.[5] He decommitted on March 11, 2021. On May 12, 2021, Washington committed to Kentucky over offers from Arizona, Baylor, Kansas, LSU and Oregon.[6]

College recruiting
Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
TyTy Washington
PG		 Phoenix, AZ AZ Compass Prep (AZ) 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 185 lb (84 kg) May 12, 2021 
Recruit ratings: Rivals: 5/5 stars   247Sports: 5/5 stars   ESPN: 5/5 stars   (94)
Overall recruit ranking:    Rivals: 14    247Sports: 19    ESPN: 14
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, On3, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Kentucky 2021 Basketball Commitments". Rivals. Retrieved August 20, 2021.
  • "2021 Kentucky Wildcats Recruiting Class". ESPN. Retrieved August 20, 2021.
  • "2021 Team Ranking". Rivals. Retrieved August 20, 2021.

College career

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On January 8, 2022, Washington recorded 17 points and 17 assists in a 92–77 win against Georgia, surpassing John Wall's single-game school record for assists.[7] On January 15, Washington scored a career-high 28 points in a 107–79 win against Tennessee.[8] As a freshman, Washington averaged 12.5 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game. He was named to the Second Team All-SEC as well as the All-Freshman Team.[9] On April 6, Washington declared for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.[10]

Professional career

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Houston Rockets (2022–2023)

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Washington was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 29th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. The Grizzlies traded Washington and Walker Kessler to the Minnesota Timberwolves on draft night for Jake LaRavia. The Timberwolves subsequently traded Washington to the Houston Rockets for Wendell Moore. On October 2, 2022, Washington made his preseason debut, registering eight points along with three rebounds and one assist in a 134–96 win against the San Antonio Spurs.[11]

On July 8, 2023, Washington was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in a five-team trade.[12] On July 12, he was traded again, this time to the Oklahoma City Thunder, along with Usman Garuba, Rudy Gay and a 2026 second-round pick, in exchange for Patty Mills.[13] On August 18, he was waived by the Thunder.[14]

Milwaukee Bucks (2023–2024)

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On August 29, 2023, Washington signed a two-way contract with the Milwaukee Bucks.[15]

Phoenix Suns (2024–2025)

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On August 2, 2024, Washington signed a two-way contract with the Phoenix Suns.[16] He made 16 appearances for Phoenix during the 2024–25 NBA season, averaging 2.2 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists.

On October 14, 2025, Washington signed a training camp contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. He was waived prior to the start of the regular season on October 18.[17]

Los Angeles Clippers (2025–2026)

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On December 27, 2025, Washington signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Clippers[18] following a great season with their NBA G League affiliate, San Diego Clippers.[19]

ASVEL (2026–present)

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On August 24, 2026, Washington signed with ASVEL of the LNB Élite and the EuroLeague.[20]

Career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high

NBA

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2022–23 Houston 31214.0.363.238.5561.51.5.5.14.7
2023–24 Milwaukee 1105.1.300.333—.5.5.3.01.3
2024–25 Phoenix 1607.4.311.190.500.81.0.2.02.2
2025–26 L.A. Clippers 1605.5.474.375—.41.1.4.21.3
Career 7429.4.357.243.542.91.1.4.12.9

College

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2021–22 Kentucky 312929.2.451.350.7504.53.91.3.212.5

References

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  1. ↑ Obert, Richard (November 14, 2019). "TyTy Washington ready to make hoops history at Cesar Chavez". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
  2. ↑ Obert, Richard (December 26, 2019). "Cesar Chavez hoops moves on without star TyTy Washington, routs Tempe". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
  3. ↑ Tucker, Kyle (April 14, 2021). "After his decommitment from Creighton, TyTy Washington is blowing up — and could head to Kentucky". The Athletic. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
  4. ↑ Lindsey, Eric (May 23, 2021). "Three UK MBB Signees Selected to Jordan Brand Classic Roster". University of Kentucky Athletics. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
  5. ↑ Nyatawa, Jon (November 15, 2020). "Four-star guard TyTy Washington commits to Creighton". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
  6. ↑ Borzello, Jeff and Biancardi, Paul (May 12, 2021). "Five-star point guard TyTy Washington commits to Kentucky Wildcats". ESPN. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
  7. ↑ "Tshiebwe, Washington help No. 16 Kentucky top Georgia 92–77". ESPN. Associated Press. January 8, 2022. Retrieved January 10, 2022.
  8. ↑ "Washington helps No. 18 Kentucky rout No. 22 Tennessee". ESPN. Associated Press. January 15, 2022. Retrieved January 16, 2022.
  9. ↑ "Men's Basketball All-SEC Teams & Awards Announced" (Press release). Southeastern Conference. March 8, 2022. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  10. ↑ Wojnarowski, Adrian (April 6, 2022). "Kentucky freshman guard TyTy Washington Jr. entering NBA draft, plans to hire agent". ESPN. Retrieved April 6, 2022.
  11. ↑ "San Antonio Spurs vs. Houston Rockets - NBA Box Score - October 2, 2022". ESPN.com. Retrieved October 4, 2022.
  12. ↑ "Atlanta Hawks Acquire Usman Garuba, Tyty Washington Jr., Future Draft Picks and Cash Considerations". NBA.com. July 8, 2023. Retrieved July 8, 2023.
  13. ↑ "Thunder Acquires Usman Garuba, Rudy Gay, Tyty Washington Jr. and 2026 Second-Round Draft Pick". NBA.com. July 12, 2023. Retrieved July 13, 2023.
  14. ↑ Adams, Luke (August 18, 2023). "Thunder Waive TyTy Washington Jr". HoopsRumors.com. Retrieved August 19, 2023.
  15. ↑ "Milwaukee Bucks sign TyTy Washington Jr. to a two-way contract". NBA.com. August 29, 2023. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
  16. ↑ "SUNS SIGN TYTY WASHINGTON JR. TO TWO-WAY CONTRACT". NBA.com. August 2, 2024. Retrieved August 2, 2024.
  17. ↑ Simon, Dean (October 19, 2025). "Clippers officially waive 6-foot-9 ex-Warriors forward, G-League superstar guard". Yahoo! Sports. Retrieved December 6, 2025.
  18. ↑ "Clippers' TyTy Washington: Receives two-way deal".
  19. ↑ "Stats".
  20. ↑ "Tyty Washington rejoint LDLC ASVEL". ldlcasvel.com (in French). August 24, 2026. Retrieved August 24, 2026.
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